The Perfect Robe Staycation Location- Say Hello to Honeyton

Immaculately presented. Every detail thought of. Family friendly. Modern. Comfortable. Plenty of space. I could go on and on, but you you’re better off getting in the car to Robe and experiencing it yourself. I’m talking about Honeyton. Managed by Happyshack- known for their attention to detail and being fantastic hosts for some of the… Read more »

Life’s a beach at Sunny’s at Middleton

Stone throw from the beach. Room to move. Huge backyard and perfect for kids. If you’re looking for a place to stay that ticks all the boxes and more, you need to get acquainted to Sunny’s at Middleton. Situated in the heart of Middleton, just over an hours drive from Adelaide, this two story holiday… Read more »

10 ways to spend the day on the Fleurieu Peninsula with only $30

10 ways to spend the day on the Fleurieu Peninsula with only $30 The Fleurieu is one of my favourite places to visit (I know I am biased is it’s my home, but there’s just so much to love about this little slice of paradise!) One of the best things about this region is that… Read more »

7 nights on the Sunshine Coast

7 nights in the Sunshine Coast The Sunny Coast. Pretty sunny. Pretty damn beautiful. This was our second time visiting the Sunshine Coast, but the first time as a family- so we did things a little different (eg have coffees at playgrounds and eat dinner at restaurants at 5pm haha). You can read about our… Read more »

Babymoon 2.0- The Twin Edition

Babymoon 2.0- The Twin Edition It’s that time again- madly googling places to stay for an upcoming baby moon (aka just a great excuse to take a staycation). We are so grateful and very excited that our 17th and 18th round of IVF worked, and still can’t believe that we are expecting twins at the… Read more »

Carob, Sultana and Oat Biscuits

Carob, Sultana and Oat Biscuits These biscuits are super easy to make, can be modified if needed and kid friendly. I make 2 batches at a time as they don’t last long in our house. On this occasion I also used chopped up Easter eggs in lieu of Carob as we had lots of Easter… Read more »

4 nights in Kangaroo Island- a family friendly stay

Our 4 night getaway to Kangaroo Island, South Australia Kangaroo Island. It’s been on my radar for years now, but we’ve been putting it off. I visited when I was little, but to be honest, I don’t remember any of it! So it was really lovely for us all to explore somewhere completely new. In… Read more »

10 Beachside Airbnbs perfect for a South Australian Staycation

10 Beachside Airbnbs perfect for a South Australian staycation The warmer weather is approaching which can only mean one thing- beach weather! Since COVID has made it tricky to travel just about anywhere, I’ve compiled a list of beach houses to visit, all just a stone throw away from the sea. Whether you’re wanting to… Read more »

Kid friendly places, spaces and foodie spots on the Fleurieu Peninsula

Kid friendly places, spaces & foodie spots on the Fleurieu Peninsula   Since having a baby, I have realised how important it is to find somewhere to eat/stay/play that is child friendly. Like VERY important. Do they have high chairs handy? Change tables? Will parking my pram be a massive inconvenience and will staff squirm at… Read more »

The Ultimate Family Fun Day Out at Urimbirra Wildlife Park

The Ultimate Family Day out at Urimbirra Wildlife Park If you find yourself South of Adelaide, or are just looking for the perfect day trip with the kids, look no further than Urimbirra Wildlife Park. The park has been around for years, and last week the hubby and I finally got around to taking our… Read more »

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    Have you ever thought about doing a juice cleanse? I had been for some time and last Tuesday I took the plunge.  My bad it was supposed to be on the Monday but I had food commitments. I teamed up with Pure Press Juices for my cleanse which is a Adelaide based company that sells cold press… Read more »

  • A sneaky preview: Pure Press Juice

    lets start with a confession. I have been saying to myself “diet starts monday” since the completion of my Vietnam holiday in 2013. the diet generally does start monday morning, then finishes in a burning heap by about 3.oopm that same day when I struggle to resist something delicious. I’ve been lacking motivation big time… Read more »

  • Getting Juicy: My top 10 juices in Adelaide

    Who doesn’t love a good juice? Whether its a glass of freshly squeezed OJ, something sweet like pineapple or the forever popular green juice there’s something to satisfy everyone. I have forever been a lover of juice since I was a little tacker and that love has since blossomed (sorry to the enamel on my… Read more »

  • Bond & Lane Canteen

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  • Kutchi Deli Parwana

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  • Walk The Talk Kitchen and Catering

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  • Getting Lost In: Hoi An- Vietnam

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  • PPH: Perfect Platter Hunting #2

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  • Magic On The Roadside: Parawanga Produce

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  • Agathas Cafe

    Port Noarlunga is one of my most favourite places to hang in the Southern suburbs. It has a breathtaking coastline, a excellent fish and chip shop and plenty of cool cafes, one of those being Agathas Cafe. Agathas is one of our regular go-to joints at Port Noarlunga that always serves a ripper of a feed…. Read more »

  • Polly Put The Kettle On: Love Tea Review

    It is common knowledge by my friends and family that I have a serious tea obsession. I have half a shelf in my not-so-big pantry dedicated to the stuff, and my collection is forever growing. About a year or so ago I was in a organic food store in Glenelg when I found a little… Read more »

  • Andres Cucina & Polenta Bar

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